Study Guide

Objectives (course unit)

Students know the scientific basis of engines and can analyze engine performance with mathematical methods.

Students learn about environmentally friendly high efficiency low emission engine technology and modern digital engine control.

Content (course unit)

Engine basic construction
Various air compression alternatives
Volumetric efficiency and control using camshaft
Cylinder valve geometry, air ducts and intake manifold control
Work cycle control and modification
Engine vibration control, first and second order vibration and crankshaft assembly
Exhaust gas treatment
Emission limits
Fuel variations, fuel treatment and fuel feed systems
Engine oil and lubrication

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2) (course unit)

Student can recognise and define vehicle engines and knows different kind of engine types. Can work in a group and recognise interaction skills. Can recognise automotive way of acting.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4) (course unit)

Can analyze components and systems of a engine and compare then. Can choose best engine to vehicles and explain choices. Can work responsible in a group and is ready to improve interaction skills.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5) (course unit)

Understand all-round components and systems of an engine. Can choose an engine in a specific car and create new solution. Can work responsibly, flexibly and constructively in a group. Is ready to improve own and group interaction skills.

Location and time

The exercises are done according to a separate schedule.

Exam schedules

During the study period, midterm exams are held at separately agreed times. The exams of the course can be taken after completion of the implementation.

Assessment methods and criteria

Engine mechanics 60 % and engine management 40 %.
Both parts practical work's and examination's percentage will report in the beginning of course.
All executions must be approved.

Assessment scale

0-5

Teaching methods

There is no e-learning in English for exchange students. Exercise work must be done to complete the course.

Learning materials

Bosch: Automotive Handbook 11th edition.

Student workload

Face-to-face teaching 50 h, independent work 85 h.

Content scheduling

Engine mechanics: key figures, work cycles, fuels, main dimensions, crank mechanism, torsional vibrations, mass forces, gas exchange, compression, lubricants.
Engine control: engine control, diesel combustion, injection equipment, cooling, emissions measurement and tests, aftertreatment equipment.

Completion alternatives

The course cannot be completed in any other way.

Practical training and working life cooperation

The course uses lecturers from different companies whenever possible.

International connections

The course does not have any international connections.